Rita Ann Campbell's Obituary
Rita Ann Campbell, age 47, of Independence, KS, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2012 at Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. Rita was born on March 28, 1965 in Fredonia, the daughter of Herman Ernest and Shirley Jean (Austin) Posch.
Rita graduated from Fredonia High School class of 1983, she served actively as a member or an officer for Kayettes, FHA, Art Club, and Drama. She also served as a volunteer for the Summer Arts Program of the Fredonia Arts Council. Rita was also a member and officer of the Catholic Youth Organization. Rita worked several years at Aerosol in Neodesha. She was also a volunteer for the Independence Dialysis Center.
Rita is survived by:
Companion: Larry Barber of Independence, KS
Mother: Shirley J. Posch of Fredonia, KS
Grandmother: Betty Austin of Fredonia, KS
Sisters: Betty Wambsganss of Fredonia, KS
Frances Martinez of Wamego, KS
Several nieces and nephews
Rita was preceded in death by: husband David Campbell, father Herman E. Posch, brother Harold J. Posch.
Cremation has been requested, funeral mass will be held on Friday, December 28, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fredonia. Rosary will be held Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. at the Sacred Heart Church. The family has suggested memorials to the American Diabetes Association and may be left with the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at: www.countrysidefh.com. Services have been entrusted to: Countryside Funeral Home, 420 S. 20th St., P.O. Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736
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